Lisbon, NH vs Wolfeboro, NH

Lisbon is moderately more affordable than Wolfeboro, with a 14.5% lower cost of living index. Lisbon scores 87 compared to 101 for Wolfeboro, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wolfeboro can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Lisbon is $1,156/month compared to $1,111/month in Wolfeboro — a 4% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Wolfeboro has cheaper rent, Lisbon actually has lower median home values ($167,500 vs $363,200).

Median household income in Lisbon is $63,750 compared to $50,721 in Wolfeboro (+25.7%). Lisbon offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Lisbon spend roughly 21.8% of their income on rent, less than the 26.3% in Wolfeboro.

Climate-wise, Wolfeboro is notably warmer with an average of 47.7°F compared to 43.9°F in Lisbon. Wolfeboro receives more rainfall at 41.2" per year compared to 39.3" in Lisbon.